Arkansas Department of Health
4815 W Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
Position Number: 22104897
County: Pulaski City: Little Rock
Posting End Date: 12/05/25
Division of Health Protection – Health Facilities Services
*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*
Additional Preferences:
Frequent over-night travel for up to three (3) to four (4) nights a week for three (3) to four (4) weeks per month required. A valid Arkansas driver’s license is required.
Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital or dialysis setting preferred.
Moderately advanced computer skills preferred.
Hiring Official: D. Mitchum
The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.
Job Series: Nurses – Career-path
Classification: Registered Nurse
Class Code: MNU06P
Pay Grade: MED05
Salary Range: $75,245 - $111,363
Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health programs. RNs assess patient health, develop care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.
Assess patient health, monitor vital signs, and document patient progress.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with medical orders.
Develop, implement, and update patient care plans.
Educate patients and families on health conditions and wellness practices.
Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to plan and implement care strategies.
Maintain accurate patient records and comply with health regulations.
Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures.
Ability to perform physical assessments and recognize changes in patient condition.
Proficiency in administering medications and treatments safely.
Strong communication skills for patient interaction and team collaboration.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas.
Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.
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OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
When you work for the State of Arkansas, you have the unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others through the delivery of critical services. Whether improving the lives of others through workforce development, critical infrastructure repair, foster care placement, emergency response, blockchain technology, or forestry preservation, state employees add significant value to the lives of all Arkansans.
